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Aug 2023
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Gabon Coup: What the Hell Just Happened?

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In today’s episode, we run through how Gabon has become the latest country to experience a military coup. Also, we discuss why Canada is warning LGBTQIA+ members travelling to the US; a date set for an Australian referendum; & airline chaos in the UK.


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